Happy Birthday Prime Montgomery!
Posted on March 31, 2011 by bob in EdNote
How is it possible that a year has passed since we published the first Prime Montgomery?
My editor’s note in that April 2010 issue urged readers to join us in celebrating, experiencing, and exploring the Prime of our life. I wrote the words but I’m not sure I realized, even then, how much of a joint adventure this would truly be.
During the past twelve months, so many of you have generously shared details of your life with us. From feature stories on Nan Cunningham’s artful eye, to Oakley Melton’s Iron Bowl diligence, to the wartime courage of local veterans (to name only a few), we’ve learned so much from the River Region interviewees who’ve generously shared their time and opened their hearts, offering us brief glimpses into their interesting lives. Writers Jennifer Kornegay, Lenore Reese Vickrey,Tom Ensey, Henrietta MacGuire, Tim Lennox, Jake Roberts, and Andrea Gross have broadened our scope with their stories, holding our attention, engaging our passions, and always leaving us far more knowledgeable about a subject than we were before they introduced it to us. Thank you for the top-notch product you have repeatedly delivered.
Likewise, Prime photographers have focused on providing fresh interpretations and crisp, emotive imagery. From Heath Stone’s artistry (remember the eerie photo of Shannon Fontaine in Oct.’s Hair Raising History?) to Bob Corley’s dramatic canvases (including this month’s fabulous cover photo of ASF’s bright stars), our photographs jump off the page, made all-the-more appealing by Callie Corley’s clean, eye-catching designs.
And what of those well-informed experts who tirelessly generate the monthly sections on finance, aging and health, gardening, cooking, genealogy, and outdoor recreation – all with a very local flair? Each month Alan Wallace, Dr. Arlene Morris, Patsy Smith, Ethel Boykin, Nancy Dupree, and Niko Corley advise and entertain us on topics that resonate. They aim high, and always hit their mark.
A special word of thanks goes out to the workplaces that have hosted our magazine, and to advertisers who have supported Prime in our first year. Please know we value the faith you place in us. We will continue to work hard, insuring that Prime Montgomery maintains the highest integrity and represents you well to our niche market.
Finally, our heartfelt appreciation to you, our readers. The support of family and old friends emboldens us on the continuation of this exciting journey, while encouragement provided by new acquaintances inspires us. Above all, thank you for your readership, and for making Prime Montgomery the most widely-circulated 50-plus magazine in the River Region!
Like its predecessors, this month’s Prime is jammed with great information, interesting stories, and our signature localism. Join us for new adventures as we begin the journey into Year #2!
Sandra Polizos, Editor
